I have converted it from my A-Level computer studies project, it was originally written for the BBC Microcomputer in 1987. My aim was to enhance the program to the point that it could be released to the general public, and may help to fund future amateur satellite projects.

The main calculation engine is encapsulated in an ActiveX control. Once fully tested I intend to release the ActiveX control, probably as freeware, to enable others to write tracking programs.

• Multiple Document Interface Application. Each window can track any number of satellites
• 0 and 180 degree views
• Orthographic view
• Horizon View (360 degree azimuth and 90 degree elevation i.e. panoramic)
• Gantt chart view, shows satellite passes as a timeline.
• Multiple tracking algorithms (SGP/Plan13 etc).
• Satellite Ground tracks
• Satellite footprints
• Mutual Observation, will graphically show when the satellite is available at both locations
• Doppler shift calculations
• Path loss calculations
• User can supply maps for each of the views
• Reports available to show AOS/LOS of satellite
• Reports available to show DX available from the satellite (In real time).
• Prediction view, shows what’s visible now and calculates pass times.
• Shortcut bar for quick access to views and satellites.
• satellite database, each window can use a different database
• Rotator control, via ARSWIN
• Speech, satellite AOS and current position can be announced.
• FT-847 Control (Via CAT interface) (Currently being implemented)
• Internet update of Keplarian elements via ftp or http.
• SimpleTrack – An example of how the OCX control can be used.
• Fully customisable toolbars and menus, these can be docked or floated

This is the latest release of AGSatTrack.